How To Fix SU2X236 - Invalid default for &1 object &2 field &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SU2X - Messages for Authorization Default Value Maintenance

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Invalid default for &1 object &2 field &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SU2X236 - Invalid default for &1 object &2 field &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message SU2X236 indicates that there is an issue with the default value for a specific field in a particular object. This error typically arises in the context of user authorizations and roles within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the User Information System (SU) transactions.
  Cause:
  The error message "Invalid default for &1 object &2 field &3 &4" generally occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The default value set for the specified field in the authorization object is not valid or does not exist.
  Missing Authorizations: The user or role trying to access the object may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the specified field.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the authorization objects or roles, leading to invalid defaults.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the authorization management, they might not be correctly implemented, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the SU2X236 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Authorization Object Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code SU21 to check the configuration of the authorization object mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the default values for the fields are correctly defined and valid.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles:
  
  Use transaction SU01 to check the user roles assigned to the user encountering the error.
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations for the object and fields in question.
  
  
  
  Validate Field Values:
  
  Check the values being passed to the fields in the authorization object. Ensure they are valid and conform to the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can debug the authorization checks to see where the error is being triggered and gather more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SU01 (User Maintenance)
  SU21 (Maintain Authorization Objects)
  SUIM (User Information System)
  
  
  
  Authorization Concepts: Understanding how authorization objects, fields, and values work in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting these types of errors.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on authorization management and error handling.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the SU2X236 error in your SAP system.